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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1932
Page
6
Local masthead lists subscription prices for mail and carrier delivery. Rates shown for Iowa and neighboring states, with annual and partial-year options, plus United Press and Associated Press wire service credits.
The Ottawa meeting cements Britain's protective tariff stance while delaying duties on dominions. Britain risks separate deals outside the empire if dominions resist Ottawa plans. Empire trade shares in 1931 show Britain reliant on dominions for exports. Canada and the United States trade patterns reveal tensions. Berlin street battles and political violence illustrate Germany's precarious stability amid extremist marches and police crackdowns.
Randall E. Riley argues that Prohibition is an emotional, not a moral, challenge. He contends public policy hinges on sentiment and social pressures rather than abstract ethics.
An old World Herald column notes a popular tale about a German farmer paying for land with milk can or tobacco box money, ending with the wrong container. Variants place the scene in Wisconsin Minnesota or Nebraska with similar punch lines about the wrong can or pail.
Cable reports show daily clashes among Nazis, Communists, and rivals. The violence signals deep seated animosities and possible political strategy beyond ordinary riots as street confrontations rise in frequency and significance.
The Baltimore Sun cites Senator Couzens of Michigan opposing the permanent federal home loan bank system. He favors using the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to loan up to 400 million dollars to building and loan associations as relief. The Senate committee split eight to eight on the temporary relief approach versus the permanent establishment.
A long, mixed set of moral tales contrasts Jones the generous factory owner with Smith the austere employer. Jones funds pensions and hospitals, even a home for fallen girls, earning praise as a philanthropist while Smith, burdened by high overhead, is perceived differently. The closing satire weighs wealth, poverty, and charity in modern life.
A reflection argues men seek intimate union with many women before settling with one ununited by prior relationships. It critiques notable individuals for rudeness and suggests poor behavior stems from those deemed unimportant. The piece also claims overproduction harms people as a resource.
A nostalgic column surveys New York cartoonists and their likenesses to real people and characters. It notes McManus and Brigg links to Jiggs and Mrs Brinkerhoff, plus echoes in Rube Goldberg and H T Webster styles, with fishing chats and memories of 1932.
Bruce Catton reports that despite a low mood, summer 1932 may only slightly reduce U S vacation travel. Tourism spending in 1931 and 1930 held near average, suggesting resorts and hotels can expect a reasonable return and Americans may gain health from vacations.
Hoover signs the economy bill amid mixed reaction. Senator Robinson notes Senate support for further spending reductions. Prince George voices need for UK manufacturing markets. Senator Seabury and Mastick question tax distribution to communities while Owen D. Young criticizes White House hiring training.
Poem by Edgar A Guest from 1932 collection. Poignant verses reflect ordinary life, simple kindness, and everyday humanity through gentle, accessible lines.
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